Smart Precinct NQ

TICKETS NOW LIVE! Circular Futures NQ – Innovation & Sustainability Summit 2025 13-15 May 2025 | Townsville, North Queensland https://bit.ly/3DjGyLs Early bird prices end March 31... or sooner if tickets sell out! Secure your place now, tickets are limited! Powered by Smart Precinct NQ, proudly supported by Advance Queensland as part of the Regional Enablers Program, and thanks to the support of Townsville City Council, our incredible partners and wider community! #TogetherTowardsTomorrow #CircularFuturesNQ

✨ Authentic, vulnerable, and incredibly powerful. That’s the best way to describe The Power of Her Story event at SPNQ this week. We had the privilege of hearing from Jodie Sangster, Julie Johnston, and Natalie Dukes, three extraordinary female leaders who opened up about their journeys—the challenges they faced, the lessons they learned, and the resilience it takes to build and grow a business. Their stories were real, raw, and deeply inspiring, reminding us that entrepreneurship isn’t just about success—it’s about navigating uncertainty, embracing growth, and lifting others up along the way. As we approach International Women’s Day, this year’s theme, Accelerating Action for Gender Equality, couldn’t be more relevant. Every bold step taken by a female founder, every challenge to the status quo, and every act of mentorship moves us closer to a more inclusive and equitable future. To all the incredible women in our Female Founders program and beyond—we see your hard work, your ambition, and your determination. And at SPNQ, we are committed to continuing to support and champion women in business. Let’s keep the conversation going—what’s one lesson or piece of advice that has shaped your business journey? Drop it in the comments! 👇 Proudly supported by the Advance Queensland Initiative. Thanks to Townsville City Council, the SPNQ team, ✦ Cassandra Cazzulino ✦, Shelley Grainger, Kim Dempsey, Caitlin Midson, Suz Cardy and the fabulous attendees! #ThePowerOfHerStory #FemaleFounders #WomenInBusiness #IWD2025 #SPNQ

Driving Circular Innovation in North Queensland Last week, we were proud to support Townsville City Council in welcoming Local Authority Waste Management Action Committee Inc. (LAWMAC) to Smart Precinct NQ. With nearly 120 delegates in attendance, the event provided a fantastic platform to showcase the innovations, projects, and collaborations driving our city’s transition towards a circular economy. The day was officially opened by Acting Mayor Cr. Ann-Maree Greaney, who reinforced Townsville’s commitment to sustainability and resource recovery. Delegates from regional councils, industry leaders, and sustainability practitioners engaged in insightful discussions on best-practice waste management and circular economy solutions that deliver both economic and environmental benefits. While landfill diversion is a key focus, Acting Mayor Greaney emphasized that the impact of a circular economy extends far beyond waste reduction. It is also a powerful driver of local innovation, job creation, and industry growth. A huge thank you to Hayley Page, Amani Kowero, Greg Bruce, Jason Lange, ✦ Cassandra Cazzulino ✦, Dr Lydia Canovas Saiz, LAWMAC, and everyone involved in making this event a great success! #CircularEconomy #SustainableInnovation #Townsville #SmartPrecinctNQ #LAWMAC #WasteManagement #ResourceRecovery #RegionalLeadership

Celebrate International Women’s Day and connect and build networks with women across Townsville’s diverse sport and fitness community thanks to Townsville City Council

✨ The Power of Her Story – New Date Announced!✨ We’re excited to share that The Power of Her Story: On the Couch Session is back with a revised date! We know the past weeks have been challenging for many, and we hope this evening of inspiration and connection will be a welcome opportunity to reset, refocus, and recharge. 📅 New Date: Tuesday 4th March, 5.30-7.30pm 📍 143 Walker Street, Smart Precinct NQ 🎟️ Tickets available here https://hubs.li/Q038ww-40 💲 $20 (includes light refreshments) Join us as three incredible women share their journeys in business and marketing—stories of resilience, innovation, and success: ⭐ Jodie Sangster – Advisor, Strategy & Marketing, former CMO of IBM ⭐ Julie Johnston – Founder of Creative Concepts PR & BD Mag ⭐ Natalie Dukes – Creator of Red Copy Expect real talk, valuable insights, and a room full of like-minded people ready to uplift and support one another. Whether you're navigating challenges or chasing new goals, this is an event to leave you feeling inspired and empowered. We can’t wait to see you there! Proudly supported by the Advance Queensland Initiative. #InnovationUnleashed #FemaleFounders #NQBusiness #NetworkingEvent

North Queensland flood outreach program for business Smart Precinct NQ is hosting a temporary outreach location for flood affected Businesses in the Townsville region, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10am to 2pm. Queensland Government Business Concierge officers will be available at Smart Precinct to help you understand the financial assistance and services available for your business. You can connect with small business financial counsellors and business wellness coaches, as well as receive advice on grants and loans available to help you recover. For further information contact: Gerard Millican on 0427 733 099 Click here to find further temporary outreach locations near you https://hubs.li/Q037VrW40 📍 Where: Smart Precinct NQ, 143 Walker Street, Townsville City 📅 When: Tuesday and Wednesdays (starting 25th February) ⏰ Time: 10AM – 2 PM 👥 No appointment required 🏢 How to find us: SPNQ is located on the corner of Walker and Stanley Streets, opposite the YWAM building. Head up the stairs towards the BLUE foyer and find the doors to Smart Precinct under the 'Shape the future' sign to the left of the foyer.

Check out a ‘Refill Economy’! Well done Townsville City Council and all involved!

Smart monitoring and regional cities moving fast! Check out the fabulous work of Lixia and all involved!

Flood Recovery Support for Local Businesses – Pop Up Tomorrow at SPNQ! Has your business been impacted by the recent floods? Access specialist support at Smart Precinct NQ tomorrow. 📍 Where: Smart Precinct NQ, 143 Walker Street, Townsville City 📅 When: Thursday, 13th February 2025 ⏰ Time: 10 AM – 3 PM 👥 No need to book – walk-ins welcome! Come along and access free recovery advice, financial guidance, and wellness support from: ✅ Small Business Financial Counselling Service – Northern Queensland 🔹 Get confidential, impartial advice on managing financial difficulties and creating a recovery plan. ✅ Small Business Wellness Coaches 🔹 Free one-on-one coaching to support your mental health and wellbeing during disaster recovery. ✅ QRIDA Representatives 🔹 Learn about Disaster Assistance Loans available to help primary producers, small businesses, and non-profits get back on track. ✅ Business Concierge representative: 🔹 Local Business Concierge to guide you to the right support. ✅ TAKE HOME FREE NATROSHIELD MOULD CONTROL & SANITISER: 🔹 Bring a clean, well-rinsed bottle and take home some fabulous Natroshield Mould Control thanks to Townsville City Council. ☕ Come for the support, stay for a chat and a coffee!

If your small or family business has been affected by flooding in the NQ region, there’s information and support services to help you get your business back on track. Natural disaster resilience and recovery, find advice and resources to help you: • respond to, and recover from, a natural disaster • access financial assistance and other support • prepare your business for natural disasters. https://bit.ly/4jT8UfK Disaster assistance loans and grants Queensland businesses impacted during disasters may be eligible for low interest loans and grants to help with recovery. Check QRIDA regularly for updates. https://bit.ly/4hoRwho Free mentoring for recovery and business support The Mentoring for Growth program can give your business free access to industry experts from across Queensland who can help your business recover and grow. https://bit.ly/3QdVzBj Small business wellness coaches Access support for your mental health and wellbeing when recovering from a natural disaster. Free one-on-one wellness coaching is available to help small and family business owners with unique and personal business challenges, needs and opportunities. https://bit.ly/4jO7Rhf Small business financial counselling Businesses experiencing, or at risk of, financial hardship can access free, impartial and confidential support, including cash flow planning, budgeting and insolvency advice. https://bit.ly/4hs05Is Contact Business Concierge – your local connection Melissa Fox – 0436 627 464 Gerard Millican – 0427 733 099 Sandra Henrich – 0499 814 928 13QGOV (13 74 68) https://bit.ly/3QbyyyU your small or family business has been affected by flooding, there’s information and support services to help you get your business back on track.